FLAPS, front &amp; back - purpose of? Does anyone know the purpose of the black plastic/rubber flaps that hang in the front and back of this mower?
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The flaps are there to prevent your hand, foot, etc. from getting under the mower should you slip or fall. I live on a steep hill, and although I wear cleated shoes, I have slipped/fell many times. Believe me, those flaps, in conjunction with the blade brake, are worth every penny.
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no flaps. it's just an opening as pictured. if you're using it outside, you should orient the holes (front and rear) away from drafts
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Hello Catherine, pretty much what you see is what you get. What it is, is a two piece flat metal that attaches to the front of the mower deck. There are four pieces 2 for a 42 inch deck and two for a 38 inch deck. A plastic cover is included to cover the grass outlet on the side of the mower. This item works fairly well, it does chop up the grass but not completely. I had to mow over the windrow a second time to chop up and spread out the clippings. I haven't found a mulch kit yet that lets you cut it once and forget it. As mulch kits go this one works well for the money. All bolts and nuts are included. I did need to take the deck off of the mower to attach the two chopping blades though. Hello Catherine, pretty much what you see is what you get. What it is, is a two piece flat metal that attaches to the front of the mower deck. There are four pieces 2 for a 42 inch deck and two for a 38 inch deck. A plastic cover is included to cover the grass outlet on the side of the mower. This item works fairly well, it does chop up the grass but not completely. I had to mow over the windrow a second time to chop up and spread out the clippings. I haven't found a mulch kit yet that lets you cut it once and forget it. As mulch kits go this one works well for the money. All bolts and nuts... » Read More Hello Catherine, pretty much what you see is what you get. What it is, is a two piece flat metal that attaches to the front of the mower deck. There are four pieces 2 for a 42 inch deck and two for a 38 inch deck. A plastic cover is included to cover the grass outlet on the side of the mower. This item works fairly well, it does chop up the grass but not completely. I had to mow over the windrow a second time to chop up and spread out the clippings. I haven't found a mulch kit yet that lets you cut it once and forget it. As mulch kits go this one works well for the money. All bolts and nuts are included. I did need to take the deck off of the mower to attach the two chopping blades though. « Show Less
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Underneath the base, there is a 'flap' of nylon material about 7" wide which is held by velcro tabs. I'm supposing this flap is meant to wrap around the bleacher-bench to hold it in place. I bought mine specifically to use as a passenger's backrest whilst upon a motorcycle and being English, I had to look-up the meaning of a Bleacher!
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Plastic flap should be flush with the brush material, slightly pushing into it to minimize air leaks. At least it is on mine.
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This is only one flap and is a replacement for a one flap system. Possibly your existing flap has a model number on it and you can search for a replacement that way -- that's how I found this one.
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Never noticed until you raised the question. Couldn't really find a purpose unless that side is stronger at locked it in when in the open position???If you find out, let me know, : )
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I have a Black and Decker battery powered mower. It's the largest one that B and D make. What the ad doesn't tell you is that there is a belt about 1/2 way in the back that secures it .
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they protect the snowblower by being cheap, soft, probably un graded hardware. The idea is if you hit a rock and jam the blade the bolt SNAPS to prevent damaging the machine. They are designed to fail; that is their function. HTH.
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Yes, Jana, is it for the self-propelled walk behind mower. Hubby tells me it is the exact repplacement.
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I have a JD L111. Will the mulching cover and blade set fit the deck? Also, I am in need of front wheels for the same mower. Do you have those or do I have to go thru a JD dealer for them?Sorry about this. I thought that I was sending a message to the company who has these parts.
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Look like you already got a couple of answers and I agree with them. This just connects as part of the hose to give you backflow protection but the threads are all the same as the hose threads.
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Hi, Richard. I looked at mine, and figure the black nob at the top in the front is an overflow. I am not sure that a garden hose would do much good there. I attached a spigot to the front near the bottom. That works great for attaching a hose or filling a watering can.
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they use existing holes the drilling is for extra screws I think it was to add one more screw it each flap. If I remember right. It was pretty simple used impact drill and small drill to do project just turn the front wheel and it will go smooth
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I just used mine today. Yes, just pull the mower back. It has the rubber flap for protection. It flips under when pulling backward, but any mower with the flap will.
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The front part you see is just a cover that snaps on and off. The holes are underneath it
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This covers the front, sides, and top of machine. The back area where the hoses connect are not covered. The photo is very accurate. There is a string to tie both back edges together so it stays in place.